
Shooting Range and Focusing
116
Shoot after choosing a subject to focus on as follows.
Choose [Tracking AF].
z
Follow the steps in “Changing the AF Frame
Mode” (p. 115) to choose [Tracking AF].
X
is displayed in the center of the screen.
Choose a subject to focus on.
z
Aim the camera so that
is on the desired
subject, and then press the
q
button.
X
When the subject is detected, the camera beeps
and
is displayed. Even if the subject moves,
the camera will continue to track the subject
within a certain range.
X
If no subject is detected,
is displayed.
z
To cancel tracking, press the
q
button again.
Shoot.
z
Press the shutter button halfway.
changes to a blue
, which follows the
subject as the camera continues to adjust the
focus and exposure (Servo AF) (p. 118).
z
Press the shutter button all the way down to
shoot.
X
Even after your shot,
is still displayed and
the camera continues to track the subject.
Choosing Subjects to Focus On (Tracking AF)
Still Images
Summary of Contents for IXUS 500 HS
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Page 34: ...35 Camera Basics Basic camera operations and features 1 ...
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Page 42: ...43 Smart Auto Mode Convenient mode for easy shots with greater control over shooting 2 ...
Page 158: ...159 Setting Menu Customize or adjust basic camera functions for greater convenience 6 ...
Page 192: ...193 Appendix Helpful information when using the camera 8 ...
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